NBA Free Agency Articles - Page 62

The New York Knicks owned the trade portion of the 2022 NBA Draft. They made three separate deals, getting themselves out of the first round, then back in, and then back out. At the end of the day, they flipped the 11th pick, Kemba Walker, and some second-round selections into three future first-round picks and […]

The Miami Heat have a core of players ready to run it back in 2022-2023. They have made it to the Eastern Conference Finals in two of the past three years, and they almost won the Finals in 2020 before falling just short. Nonetheless, this is a team with plenty of talent on the roster. […]

The Toronto Raptors are in a rather weird position today in the NBA. On one hand, the team found incredible success last season behind the heroics of Scottie Barnes, Fred VanVleet, and Pascal Siakam. On the other hand… they don’t quite have the talent level to compete with the big dogs of the Eastern Conference. […]

The Brooklyn Nets are caught in the eye of the offseason storm right now. Their problems seem to be compounding on top of one another. The team has been at an “impasse” when it comes to Kyrie Irving and his future in Brooklyn. That’s led to some serious speculation about what Kevin Durant would do […]

The New York Knicks are clearly looking to make big moves in the 2022 NBA free agency. They traded away numerous draft picks and clear up cap space during the NBA Draft to possibly make big moves to sign a star veteran or two. It is a risky move, as there is no guarantee the […]

The race for Deandre Ayton is heating up. As the 2022 NBA offseason progresses, signs point more and more towards Ayton departing the Phoenix Suns in hopes of a larger contract. So far, the Suns seem averse to offering Ayton the max. The former number one pick has garnered interest from multiple teams, including the […]

When the Detroit Pistons traded Jerami Grant for a 2025 first-round pick and extra cap space, the assumption was they were going to make a big run at Deandre Ayton and perhaps other big names in free agency. However, after a slam-dunk draft night in which they came away with Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren […]

The Washington Wizards entered the 2022 NBA offseason with a clear need at point guard. While the Wizards’ selection of former Wisconsin star Johnny Davis with the No. 10 pick could wind up filling this need on a long-term basis, a short-term upgrade is still needed as Davis learns the ropes in the NBA after […]

A bidding war is brewing for Mavs restricted free agent Jalen Brunson. After breaking out in the NBA playoffs, Brunson’s value exploded ahead of negotiations for a new contract. Now, Dallas must compete with other franchises to retain the services of the 25-year-old guard. Although the Mavs are serious about bringing back Brunson, the New […]

With the 2022 NBA Draft complete, the next big thing this NBA offseason is the league’s free agency period. Many stars are still deciding whether or not to opt into their player options or test the waters of free agency. This includes Russell Westbrook, who has yet to sign his $47 million player option with […]

James Jones and the Phoenix Suns did not pick anyone in the 2022 NBA Draft. They also might lose star center DeAndre Ayton in free agency. The 23-year-old Bahamian big man enters the free agency as one of the biggest names. The Suns can still match any offer that Ayton will be given up to […]

The Brooklyn Nets are in trouble. On June 29th, star point guard Kyrie Irving must come to a decision on his plus-$36 Million player option. If he declines and chooses to depart from the Nets, which has been rumored to be a real possibility, the front office could lose control of a roster they sacrificed […]

The 2022 NBA free agency period is just a few days away, and Kyrie Irving has yet to opt into his player option with the Brooklyn Nets. If he doesn’t opt-in by June 29, Irving officially becomes a free agent. Earlier this week, it became apparent that the Los Angeles Lakers are the biggest threat […]

Los Angeles Lakers fans may be caught off guard by this. If Brian Windhorst is right, however, then LeBron James may leave the Lakers next year and rejoin the Cleveland Cavaliers. That’s not a certainty or even a probability. Right now, it’s really more of a conspiracy theory. But admittedly, an interesting one, especially coming […]

Bradley Beal has reportedly “made up his mind” about his plans for free agency. What exactly those plans are remains to be seen. But it’s a somewhat ominous sign for Washington Wizards fans that it remains a mystery up to this point if he wasn’t so seriously considering jumping ship to another franchise. Bradley Beal […]

PLAYA VISTA — The Los Angeles Clippers wrapped up a rather quiet 2022 NBA Draft by selecting Moussa Diabate 43rd overall with their lone draft pick. The 2022 NBA Draft marked the first time since 2014 that the franchise did not make a trade on draft night. While they weren’t really involved in any draft […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are in the midst of a crucial offseason filled with rumors. They selected Max Christie with the 35th pick in the second round of the 2022 NBA Draft. The Lakers have been great over the years in finding valuable role players later in the draft. They are also excellent at developing […]

The NBA offseason rumors are heating up, especially with the Brooklyn Nets. Their stars, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving could be on the move, which would drastically change the future of the franchise and would have a major impact on the Houston Rockets. Irving is the key, as he is at an impasse with the […]

Just when it seemed like PJ Tucker was a lock to play out his 2-year contract with the Miami Heat, the veteran pulled a fast one and decided to opt-out of his $7.4 million player option for the 2022-23 NBA season. Entering the 2022 NBA Free Agency, PJ Tucker will certainly have plenty of suitors […]

After a drama-filled regular season with Brooklyn Nets star guard Kyrie Irving, why should the offseason be any different? It all started when a report emerged that Irving is seeking a long-term contract while the Nets, understandably, would like a more short-term deal, given the star guard’s unpredictable nature. It turns out that the Nets […]

The Brooklyn Nets could find themselves completely rebuilding this offseason with the latest information on Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Durant is “monitoring the Brooklyn Nets’ situation and considering options with his future” amid Irving’s own questions about his future. This is according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, who broke the news Thursday […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are set to make a bit of noise in the offseason, and Lu Dort might be headed over to team up with Damian Lillard. Nothing is set in stone just yet. The Blazers are actually targeting Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby. Portland is willing to part with the No. 7 pick […]

Trade and free agency rumors are circulating the league ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft and the free agency period. And, one of the most prominent discussions surrounds PJ Tucker joining the Philadelphia 76ers. Tucker declined his $7.4 million player option with the Miami Heat earlier this week, sparking the conversations. He could be a […]

NBA free agency is always one of the hottest moments of the summer. Some seasons there are All-Stars seeking out new homes, which can shift the tide of the league. Some summers are defined by the crazy trades that can be made at the blink of an eye that nobody saw coming and that’s what […]

Luke Kennard was the top three-point shooter in the NBA last season, but that may not be enough to keep him as a member of the Los Angeles Clippers. With one eye keeping tabs on the Kyrie Irving drama on the other side of the country, the Clippers have their other eye peeled for takers […]

Bradley Beal declined his $36.4 million player option, and the Washington Wizards are already spotting Monte Morris to come in and help keep their star guard. Beal enters unrestricted free agency by declining his hefty player option. He may receive a projected max salary of $43 million as a free agent. Additionally, he can also […]

The Detroit Pistons traded Jerami Grant to the Portland Trail Blazers for a measly future first-round pick in order to shed salary cap and create room for their planned free agency signings. Now, according to a report, the move for Deandre Ayton is looking more likely now. As Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report mentioned, the […]

The New York Knicks have long been rumored to be eyeing Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson in free agency. If they fail to lure him away from the Mavs, however, they have another target in their mind. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, the Knicks are widely expected to pursue Malcolm Brogdon if their […]

Phoenix Suns wing Mikal Bridges knows that the Deandre Ayton situation is out of his control. After all, both parties need to meet on a common ground to make things work. However, if it’s up to Bridges, he wants the big man back. Speaking on Wednesday during a charity softball game, Bridges shared that he’s […]

As the 2022 NBA Draft quickly approaches, Deandre Ayton has emerged as one of the most in-demand players in the market. The Phoenix Suns have yet to make significant progress on an extension for their prized big man, which could point to the fact that the 23-year-old could be on his way out this summer. […]

Right now, it feels like Kyrie Irving is being linked to every other team in the NBA. It sounds like the Dallas Mavericks are joining in on the fun. According to a report by Ric Bucher of FOX Sports, a potential partnership between Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving in Dallas has emerged as a possibility. […]

On Monday, PJ Tucker declined his $7.4 million player option with the Miami Heat, making him a free agent. Since then, multiple teams are rumored to be interested in the veteran, the front runner being the Philadelphia 76ers. According to Marc Stein, “If P.J. Tucker is prepared to leave Miami, Philadelphia is regarded as by […]

The Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers and New York Knicks were named as three potential suitors for Kyrie Irving if his contract talks with the Brooklyn Nets really go south. However, Marc Stein notes that the Miami Heat could also be a player in the Irving sweepstakes should the Nets look to trade him. […]

The future core of the Brooklyn Nets is fuzzy, as it seems like all of their star players want out. James Harden left first, forcing his way out through a trade to the Philadelphia 76ers. Now, Kyrie Irving is just days away from becoming a free agent. If he doesn’t opt into his $36.5 million player […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have recently been rumored to have a strong interest in Kyrie Irving, whose future in Brooklyn remains unclear following a tumultuous 2021-22 season. Amid the Irving rumors came speculation that Anthony Davis could potentially be traded in order to reunite Irving with LeBron James on the Lakers. NBA insider Zach Lowe […]

The Brooklyn Nets are once again on the verge of squandering their immense talent. While Kyrie Irving’s future hangs in the balance, the front office has to get to work retooling the roster. One player that would be a strong addition is P.J. Tucker, who is set to hit NBA free agency. According to Kristian […]

News broke on Tuesday that Nicolas Batum is declining his $3.3 million player option with the Los Angeles Clippers. Now a free agent, Batum garnered the attention of multiple different teams around the league. According to Yahoo! Sports, the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls, Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns, and Utah Jazz are interested in the […]

Trade rumors are ramping up, especially with the 2022 NBA Draft taking place on Thursday night. It sounds like the Brooklyn Nets may have a busy offseason this year, as Kyrie Irving’s future with the club is up in the air. As a result, opposing teams are keeping tabs on Kevin Durant for now. According […]

The best basketball of his career wasn’t just indispensable to the Golden State Warriors’ championship run, but also earned Kevon Looney the league-wide respect he has deserved ever since emerging as a key cog for basketball’s latest dynasty a few years ago. He obviously isn’t Stephen Curry, Draymond Green or Klay Thompson, and sits a […]